Manager, Product Development - Amerock Decorative Hardware

$13,934 - $76,496/Yr

Amerock Corporation - Huntersville, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Huntersville, NC

Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Product Development Manager at Amerock will lead new product initiatives across various categories, including cabinet hardware and bath accessories. This role is crucial for driving product development strategies that align with the company's business goals and market trends. The manager will oversee the entire product lifecycle, from concept to commercialization, ensuring successful product launches and collaboration across departments.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple new product development projects adhering to Stage Gate process
• Collaborate with Director of Product to implement a product development strategy and multi-year roadmap
• Define timelines and ensure successful execution of product development projects across multiple channels
• Work closely with other departments to ensure product launch success
• Lead competitive product and pricing analysis efforts
• Own the project management of all stages of project from start to finish
• Collaborate with channel and marketing leads to identify commercialization activities
• Proactively communicate project status, timelines and roadblocks
• Track and communicate financial results of new product initiatives
• Monitor and control project budgets to ensure cost-effectiveness
• Identify potential risks in the product development process and implement strategies to mitigate them
• Stay abreast of industry trends and incorporate innovative solutions into product development
• Perform comprehensive market opportunity research for potential new category entry
• Own the product lifecycle/discontinuation process in alignment with product strategy
• Analyze data to identify patterns, trends, and areas for improvement
• Evaluate product development process and implement improvements

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field
• 3-5 years of experience in product development roles
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Experience with Stage Gate and Product Lifecycle Management
• Experience working across multiple sales channels
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with project management platforms
• Experience with budget management and resource allocation

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with products positioned from opening price point through premium/luxury price points
• Planogram experience
• Vendor management experience

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance